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Fantasy of the 20th Century: An Illustrated History

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This is a very interesting book. I think the illustrations are easily enjoyed by collectors, enthusiasts and just the average reader alike.

The commentary in addition to the images really gave depth to the Illustrated History. In addition, the formatting of the book, having sections for different strains of the fantasy genre, was very convenient.

Overall, a very fun and visually stimulating book.

Randy Broecker's Fantasy Of The 20th Century deserves ongoing mention as an outstanding fantasy reference guide which should be a 'must' for any serious collector and reader. From the earliest fantasy mythology epics to later publications and modern authors from H. Rider Haggard to Robert Howard, Fantasy Of The 20th Century surveys the major publications of the 20th century. A highly recommended reference, this is packed with color photos and insights alike.

Solid fans of fantasy writing and the genre's history will appreciate Randy Broecker's Fantasy Of The 20th Century, a superbly presented survey of fantasy creators and their worlds. Full-page color photos of fantasy publications from magazines to pulp fiction accompany a coverage of notable authors, plots, and series titles alike. This will prove an especially inviting gift for that avid fan who 'has everything'.

The birth of fantasy began much like that of science fiction, as a matter of fact fantasy stories and science fiction stories were often published in the same magazines, such as Amazing Stories and Weird Tales, but while Science Fiction of the 20th Century goes into great detail on the many scifi magazines, Fantasy of the 20th Century touches on these magazines, again with beautiful pictures, but then focuses on the many, many novels that were published within the genre, beginning most notable with authors like J. R. R. Tolkien and C. S. Lewis. What is also looked into is the world of fantasy film that has developed with the genre. The result is a most amazing book that takes you on a unique journey through history and different mediums all pertaining to the vast genre known as fantasy.

Originally published on April 8th 2002.

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